Slow and steady movement on a fault that does not generate earthquakes is termed ________.
A)antislip
B)creep
C)stick-slip
D)elastic rebound

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Slow and steady movement on a fault that does not generate earthquakes is known as "creep." "Antislip" is not a commonly used term in geology, and "stick-slip" and "elastic rebound" refer to the sudden movement and release of energy that causes earthquakes.

Slow and Steady Movement on a Fault That Does Not